Trent Lauridson
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James Moody
I worked for Trent while I was a Legal Intern at an Oklahoma bank. I learned a great deal from this experience and that was, in large part, due to Trent. Trent is a dynamic attorney who brings a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape in areas of banking, real estate, in-house legal operations, transactional matters, and litigation. During discussions on matter concerning the bank, Trent presented strong analysis based on thorough legal research. His experience in private practice and the corporate environment have equipped him to be an instant value add to an organization. Trent was immensely generous with his time as I began my legal career. He offered his thoughtful advice on work product and the legal profession in a constructive and kind manner, providing me actionable recommendations and feedback. Trent encouraged my participation in meaningful bank matters and projects. I highly recommend Trent and consider myself fortunate to have him as a mentor in the legal profession.
Ben Lindsey
I had the pleasure of working on the same floor as Trent for a total of five years. It's not often that commercial lending interacts with legal counsel, though at times it is needed. In such cases, Trent was quick to both grasp the issues or questions at hand and address them. Whether it be the drafting of complex contractual agreements or insight on hypothetical court processes, Trent was always able to sort me out. In addition to general counsel work, Trent seemed to have an understanding of a wide array of aspects of the legal system from prior legal work and personal study. Beyond his extreme competence and intelligence, Trent is uniquely patient and thorough, both attributes further enhancing his skillset as an attorney.
James Moody
I worked for Trent while I was a Legal Intern at an Oklahoma bank. I learned a great deal from this experience and that was, in large part, due to Trent. Trent is a dynamic attorney who brings a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape in areas of banking, real estate, in-house legal operations, transactional matters, and litigation. During discussions on matter concerning the bank, Trent presented strong analysis based on thorough legal research. His experience in private practice and the corporate environment have equipped him to be an instant value add to an organization. Trent was immensely generous with his time as I began my legal career. He offered his thoughtful advice on work product and the legal profession in a constructive and kind manner, providing me actionable recommendations and feedback. Trent encouraged my participation in meaningful bank matters and projects. I highly recommend Trent and consider myself fortunate to have him as a mentor in the legal profession.
Ben Lindsey
I had the pleasure of working on the same floor as Trent for a total of five years. It's not often that commercial lending interacts with legal counsel, though at times it is needed. In such cases, Trent was quick to both grasp the issues or questions at hand and address them. Whether it be the drafting of complex contractual agreements or insight on hypothetical court processes, Trent was always able to sort me out. In addition to general counsel work, Trent seemed to have an understanding of a wide array of aspects of the legal system from prior legal work and personal study. Beyond his extreme competence and intelligence, Trent is uniquely patient and thorough, both attributes further enhancing his skillset as an attorney.
James Moody
I worked for Trent while I was a Legal Intern at an Oklahoma bank. I learned a great deal from this experience and that was, in large part, due to Trent. Trent is a dynamic attorney who brings a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape in areas of banking, real estate, in-house legal operations, transactional matters, and litigation. During discussions on matter concerning the bank, Trent presented strong analysis based on thorough legal research. His experience in private practice and the corporate environment have equipped him to be an instant value add to an organization. Trent was immensely generous with his time as I began my legal career. He offered his thoughtful advice on work product and the legal profession in a constructive and kind manner, providing me actionable recommendations and feedback. Trent encouraged my participation in meaningful bank matters and projects. I highly recommend Trent and consider myself fortunate to have him as a mentor in the legal profession.
Ben Lindsey
I had the pleasure of working on the same floor as Trent for a total of five years. It's not often that commercial lending interacts with legal counsel, though at times it is needed. In such cases, Trent was quick to both grasp the issues or questions at hand and address them. Whether it be the drafting of complex contractual agreements or insight on hypothetical court processes, Trent was always able to sort me out. In addition to general counsel work, Trent seemed to have an understanding of a wide array of aspects of the legal system from prior legal work and personal study. Beyond his extreme competence and intelligence, Trent is uniquely patient and thorough, both attributes further enhancing his skillset as an attorney.
James Moody
I worked for Trent while I was a Legal Intern at an Oklahoma bank. I learned a great deal from this experience and that was, in large part, due to Trent. Trent is a dynamic attorney who brings a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape in areas of banking, real estate, in-house legal operations, transactional matters, and litigation. During discussions on matter concerning the bank, Trent presented strong analysis based on thorough legal research. His experience in private practice and the corporate environment have equipped him to be an instant value add to an organization. Trent was immensely generous with his time as I began my legal career. He offered his thoughtful advice on work product and the legal profession in a constructive and kind manner, providing me actionable recommendations and feedback. Trent encouraged my participation in meaningful bank matters and projects. I highly recommend Trent and consider myself fortunate to have him as a mentor in the legal profession.
Ben Lindsey
I had the pleasure of working on the same floor as Trent for a total of five years. It's not often that commercial lending interacts with legal counsel, though at times it is needed. In such cases, Trent was quick to both grasp the issues or questions at hand and address them. Whether it be the drafting of complex contractual agreements or insight on hypothetical court processes, Trent was always able to sort me out. In addition to general counsel work, Trent seemed to have an understanding of a wide array of aspects of the legal system from prior legal work and personal study. Beyond his extreme competence and intelligence, Trent is uniquely patient and thorough, both attributes further enhancing his skillset as an attorney.
Credentials
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Admission to the Colorado Bar
Colorado Bar Association
Experience
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GARFIELD & HECHT, P.C.
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Attorney
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Mar 2022 - Present
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Alpine Bank
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United States
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Banking
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400 - 500 Employee
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Bank Attorney
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Mar 2020 - Mar 2022
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Legacy Bank-Oklahoma
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United States
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Banking
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate General Counsel
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May 2015 - Mar 2020
Drafts all types of loan documents, working with Bank officers to reduce legal exposure in high-risk loan transactions. Negotiates intercreditor and subordination agreements, ensuring protection of Bank assets and collateral while working with other creditors toward credit arrangements that are advantageous to mutual borrowers. Manages matters related to Bank-owned real property, drafting agreements that monetize or dispose of “OREO” assets and handling all zoning and planning issues. Represents Bank in all in-state litigation, defending Bank against all manner of claims and prosecuting foreclosure actions as expeditiously as possible while ensuring full compliance with federal and state law. Counsels IT and Compliance Departments on availability of funds and other checking regulations as they relate to online and mobile banking and remote deposit capture. Provides daily counsel to 175 Bank officers and employees with respect to operational legal risks. Serves as youngest member of Bank Senior Management Committee. Show less
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Fognani & Faught, PLLC
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Greater Denver Area
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Associate Attorney
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Apr 2013 - Apr 2015
Represented mine owners and operators in legacy and contemporary environmental liability matters across the Rocky Mountain region including in Colorado, Utah, and Montana. Represented mining companies in negotiations related to the acquisition of mine properties; the equity, debt, and mezzanine financing of mine operations; and corporate dissolution. Represented surface owners in negotiations with land services companies and midstream operators with respect to oil and gas leasing and development. Represented mining and oil and gas companies in litigation arising from commercial and intellectual property disputes. Represented domestic mining companies in negotiations with foreign government with respect to the expropriation of mining equipment and mineral interests. Represented various surface estate owners in broad spectrum of matters related to zoning, planning, and development as well as boundary and groundwater disputes. Advised bank clients on real property and natural resources issues including “OREO” asset environmental liability and collateralization of non-surface estate real property. Show less
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Newfield Exploration
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Greater Denver Area
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Legal Extern
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May 2011 - Aug 2011
Conducted legal research and analysis with an emphasis on surface use and environmental issues in the Williston Basin. Analyzed environmental settlement agreements to determine appropriateness of penalties. Conducted legal research and analysis with an emphasis on surface use and environmental issues in the Williston Basin. Analyzed environmental settlement agreements to determine appropriateness of penalties.
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City and County of Denver
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Greater Denver Area
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Legal Extern
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May 2010 - Aug 2010
Conducted legal research and analysis with an emphasis on Denver International Airport’s compliance with various federal environmental and federal commercial statutes. Assisted in drafting City of Denver’s response to EPA rulemaking for the NPDES Pesticide General Permit. Conducted legal research and analysis with an emphasis on Denver International Airport’s compliance with various federal environmental and federal commercial statutes. Assisted in drafting City of Denver’s response to EPA rulemaking for the NPDES Pesticide General Permit.
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Mountain View Harvest Cooperative
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Longmont, Colorado Area
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Grain Marketing Assistant
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May 2004 - Aug 2008
Established and coordinated wheat-sample program whereby member-grown wheat was tested and analyzed to determine suitability for milling and baking. Established and coordinated wheat-sample program whereby member-grown wheat was tested and analyzed to determine suitability for milling and baking.
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Education
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University of Denver - Sturm College of Law
Doctor of Law - JD, Law -
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Agricultural Economics